Thu.May 18, 2023

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Instant Booking Apps — Help or Hinderance? 

EventMB

Skift Take: While big-brand hotels and specialized apps tout the advantages of instant booking, the cons may outweigh the pros when it comes to professional event management.

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Event Economy Tracker – Q1 2O23, Price Per Head increases 14.7%

Event Industry News

The meetings and events industry in the UK has experienced a rise in the Price Per Head by 14.7% in Q1 of 2023, marginally exceeding inflation, according to the Event Economy Tracker by The Business of Events.

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How to Create a Positive and Mindful Workplace Culture

Smart Meetings

Tips for expressing appreciation from a former monk What does it mean to have a mindful culture in the workplace? It can mean many things, but the central component is that employees feel like they’re respected, cared for and that their opinion is valued. A paycheck is good, but it’s not always enough. Here are some key aspects to cultivate and develop a positive workplace environment where employees feel secure and want to go above and beyond the call of duty.

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Meet in Wales Turns to Renewables

Event Industry News

Meet in Wales has further reinforced its position as a preferred destination for sustainable business events, with the announcement of a series of initiatives that will not only attract ‘green’ leaning businesses and events, but which also incentivise more sustainable events while in Wales.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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MPI NCC ACE: Less Trade Show; More Idea Exchanges

Smart Meetings

Oakland event prioritized DEIB education MPI Northern California Chapter’s Annual Conference Experience moved to Oakland Marriott City Center from its traditional home in San Francisco this week with a new format. The group pledged to “revolutionize conferences” by “saying goodbye to traditional trade show booths and hello to interactive networking experiences and relevant education.

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Meeting Planners Travel Report: Airlines Get Poor Report Card

Smart Meetings

Quote of the week : People are not buying things…they are investing in themselves. People are happy getting back to reclaim their life and their joy and people are traveling. Travel is something people are prioritizing. Our team is ready and I think [this summer] is going to be a good travel period. – Ed Bastian, Delta CEO on CBS This Morning Airline Satisfaction: Food is the Only Category Rising The JD Power 2023 North America Airline Satisfaction Study released on May 10 found that customer s

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Coming Soon: New Event Diagramming Features, Tools, and Updates

Social Tables

The modern world of event planning looks much different than it did before the pandemic, and it continues to evolve, ever shifting as the industry changes. To keep up with venue needs and enhance the planner experience, we’ve been working on exciting enhancements to our suite of event diagramming tools. In this post, you’ll learn about the many easy-to-use, intuitive new tools coming soon.

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What One Thing? Overcoming the Unthinkable with Michelle Roark

Smart Meetings

On this episode of “What One Thing?” Marin Bright speaks with Michelle Roark, about her World Cup Champion experience, personal setbacks and founding Phia Lab , a ground-breaking wellness resource that helps enhance performance based on individual needs. Michelle shares her secrets for overcoming the unthinkable to be a force of nature in any endeavor.

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Industry leaders to #makeadifference at Event Sustainability Live

Event Industry News

With exhibitors from across the industry already confirmed, Event Sustainability Live (ESL), which will co-locate with Event Tech Live at ExCeL, has announced four more big name sponsors: GL events, ESSA, DPRG and Vision 2025.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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New Report Finds B2B Event Attendees Are Getting Younger

Endless Events

A recently published Freeman report highlights a significant shift in the demographics of B2B event attendees. With this new generation of younger, more diverse, and more educated attendees emerging, the event industry must adapt to meet their evolving needs and expectations. In this episode of the Event Brew podcast , Xander, Will Curran, Arianna, and Nick dive into this shift; from understanding the motivations behind younger attendees, and rethinking exhibit halls, to embracing new technology

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CEIR announces 2023 Board of Directors

Event Industry News

The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) announces the roster for its 2023 Board of Directors. CEIR’s Board of Directors is one of the most diverse and influential groups within the industry. As part of its oversight responsibilities, it ensures that the monies raised are used to fund the CEIR Index and other important research opportunities.

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venue spotlight: the mockingbird

SevenEvents

the mockingbird cinema and kitchen is a unique and exciting venue located in the heart of birmingham’s creative quarter, the custard factory. as the name suggests, this venue offers a combination of a cinema and dining experience, making it the perfect location for a night out with friends, a date, or a family outing. the cinema at mockingbird is a state-of-the-art space with comfortable seating, top-of-the-range sound and projection equipment and a diverse range of films on offer. from cu

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Twickenham Stadium repurposes cups into sustainable benches

Event Industry News

Twickenham Stadium together with Lyfecycle, are turning the stadiums plastic cup event waste into team benches for use across grassroots rugby. The move follows the launch last year of its ‘self-destructing’ plastic cup, but this time plastic waste is transformed for use in the youth game.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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Paradise Found – BMA House reveals details of Summer Party Packages

Prestige Events Magazine

BMA House, a leading sustainable venue in the heart of London and home to the British Medical Association, has announced details of its summer party packages, which this year include a range of meat free BBQ options to reflect the venue’s ongoing focus on sustainability. The packages offer a range of options for businesses, associations, not-for-profits and private groups looking to celebrate in style in a setting and theme reflecting Paradise.

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Jack Morton expands international leadership after year of extraordinary growth

Event Industry News

Global brand experience agency Jack Morton today announces it has elevated Mike Kunheim to President of EMEA and Asia. The news follows a year of exceptional results for the agency, who added over 50 new clients to its roster and experienced double-digit growth globally. Specific to these regions, growth in EMEA doubled, and Asia continued a steady upward trajectory.

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Better Event Badging: A Brief Guide

CadmiumCD

We all remember the days of waiting in long, tedious lines to enter an event. Fortunately, those times are behind us as we enter an era of seamless and efficient event management solutions , where contactless badge printing can transform the event experience.

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Art and Cheese, the Perfect Pair: An Austin Corporate Event

Kennedy

In March, we partnered with Antonelli’s Cheese and Ivestor Contemporary for an unforgettable curated brunch experience for our private client. Ivestor Contemporary is a renowned Austin-based fine art establishment, showcasing local and regional artists. Our guests enjoyed a captivating collection of their contemporary art by talented local artists like Moyo Oyelola and Cruz Ortiz , while savoring drinks provided by Antonelli’s Cheese.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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Conferences and Expos

Event Guru

If you are planning a conference, a conference center or expo hall is a great way to hold your event. Planning the activities for day of the event will require gathering multiple pieces of necessary information such as venue layout, check in arrangement, technical setup requirements and available amenities. Additionally, research must be completed on local vendors providing catering, audiovisual services, and signage.

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Maufrais Austin, but Make it Team Building

Kennedy

Looking for a unique and creative teambuilding activity in Austin, Texas? Discover Maufrais, a rustic hat-making shop on South Congress Avenue that guarantees a fun and engaging offsite experience. Our recent teambuilding offsite at Maufrais in March was a tremendous success, leaving participants raving about the unforgettable experience. At Maufrais, a team of passionate and creative designers will help you bring your hat dreams to life.

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Bulk Edit your events, Managing Anxiety, Bank Holiday Listings & more

Skiddle

We’re here with another edition of the Skiddle Update, our weekly rundown of all the exciting things happening here at Skiddle HQ. If it’s the first time you’ve received our email: Welcome! We’re happy to have you on board. Here, you’ll find a rundown of articles, advice and more. So, what’s on the agenda for this week?

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Troublemaker Studios: A Unique Austin Offsite Event

Kennedy

Step into the mesmerizing world of film at Troublemaker Studios in Austin, Texas as we recount an unforgettable offsite dinner experience produced in partnership with Kehoe Designs. Founded by Robert Rodriguez in 2000, Troublemaker Studios is a renowned film production company that has made a significant impact on the industry in Texas as beyond. From blockbuster hits like the Spy Kids franchise, Sin City, Machete, to Alita: Battle Angel, they have cemented their position as a major player in fi

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The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association

For associations, the hybrid model is the future of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. Hybrid events provide increased reach and scalability, improved engagement with association members, and insights from real-time analytics, making them an absolute necessity. This ready-to-use playbook presents a framework for event organizers embarking on the hybrid events journey.

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What event industry professionals need to know about mental health

Skiddle

“How are you feeling?” At one time, the likely response would’ve been: “I’m good, thanks.” But over the past few years? There’s been a change when it comes to mental health. We’ve become more aware of the effects of depression and anxiety. It’s not uncommon to hear people speak candidly about their experiences, and on the whole, we’re talking more about how our surroundings affect what goes on in our brains.

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The Perfect Day in Austin, According to Austin’s First Destination Management Co.

Kennedy

Find your itinerary here for the perfect day in Austin, Texas with our expertly crafted itinerary. Fifth Street DMC, your Austin experts, have compiled a list of must-see attractions and activities to make the most of your time in this vibrant city. Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Morning: Breakfast Tacos and Zilker Park Start your day like a local with breakfast tacos from Veracruz Tacos , conveniently located near the South Congress Bridge.

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Improving Learning Activities for Association Members

CadmiumCD

Educators know that tailoring teaching approaches to meet the unique needs of individual learners is crucial for keeping them engaged in the learning process. The same is true for associations offering professional development courses to their members.

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Why the Rebrand? Letter from the owner, Kaitlyn Dineen

Kennedy

2022 was a year of growing into our own. With a full year as an owner under my belt - our small but mighty team was pushed to the limit growing at a rate we could never have expected. We executed some of the largest events the city has ever seen, added three new companies to our portfolio expanding our offerings, and opened a Montana office for Fifth Street DMC.

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

Download "7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement" eBook and write winning event emails right away! Relying on decades of social science research and cutting edge behavioral data, SpotMe shows you their science-based methods for creating wildly successful event-marketing email campaigns for almost any situation. SpotMe is the event management platform for B2B marketers.

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4 Event Registration Platform Features for Smoother Events

CadmiumCD

Meticulous planning and attention to detail are fundamental to organizing a successful event, with the registration process playing a critical role in shaping attendees' first impressions. When the registration process runs smoothly and efficiently, it paves the way for a positive experience and sets the stage for effective communication and engagement between you and your attendees.

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Music City Center Celebrates 10 Years

Exhibitor Magazine

NASHVILLE, Tenn. � Music City Center celebrates its 10th anniversary this weekend. Nashville's convention center opened its doors to the public for a.

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6 Best Swapcard Alternatives and Competitors in 2023

Eventtia

With the rise of virtual and hybrid events in popularity during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, Swapcard has also grown to be a very popular virtual event platform and event management solution in recent years. Swapcard is a versatile virtual event platform that offers a rich set of features from event management/scheduling to virtual networking to data analytics.

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